Axadle - Leading News from Somalia and the Horn of Africa

Meghan Markle and Prince Harry's wedding may have seemed like a step in the direction of progress for the British monarchy, with American-born Meghan becoming one of two women of color to ever join the British royal family. However, in a bombshell interview with Oprah on CBS, Meghan revealed that the couple had chosen to distance themselves from the royal family after being subject to racism from members of the royals' inner circle, and constant, unprecedented scrutiny from the press. In fact, Meghan admitted that her mental…

When you make your grocery list, you likely include milk (or a milk alternative), eggs, bread, fresh vegetables, and…a box of raisins? OK, chances are that the last item isn't at the top of your mind when you're mentally preparing for your weekly grocery haul. However, the little dried grapes boast a lot of nutrients that make them, well, unforgettable. Below, we list five things that could happen to your body when you eat raisins, so you know you know what you could be missing out on. And then, don't miss The 7 Healthiest…

It's not uncommon to gain weight. In fact, it's natural. However, if you've identified that your weight gain is beyond what you think is healthy, then there are easy ways you can slim down—fast—without having to make massive changes. Better yet, you can actually lose weight in half the time as long as you integrate some of the following tips that actually double down on your weight loss efforts. Read on for some truly easy pointers to shed those unwanted pounds…

The Beninese opposition does not disarm, a month before the presidential election, the Democratic Party calls on former President Boni Yayir still Patrice Talon for a dialogue and an inclusive election on April 11. The Electoral Commission and the Constitutional Court removed all the heavyweights of the opposition from the race. No major candidacy faces Patrice Talon. as reported from Cotonou, Jean-Luc Aplogan This is a demand that the opposition does not give up with the aim of stopping an election process that it…

A platform made up of civil society organizations, the main opposition parties, trade unions and youth organizations was unveiled on Friday 12 March during a press conference held in Ndjamena. On paper, his goal is to push Idriss Déby, a candidate for his own legacy, not to run for a 6th term on April 11th. This collective launches from this Saturday a movement, "Wakit Tam" in Arabic, "The moment has…

One week after his installation, the new opposition leader met the president of Faso. Eddie Komboïgo, President of the Congress of Democracy and Progress, a party founded by former President Blaise Compaoré, went to discuss on Friday 12 March with the head of state the most important topics in the news in his country: the fight against terrorism , the process of national reconciliation leader requires…

The Attorney General of the Kinshasa-Gombe Court of Appeal issued a search warrant against Kalev Mutond, former Secretary General of the National Intelligence Agency (ANR). This, after the latter refused to come to the prosecution after several summonses. The former supercup is the target of about 10 complaints filed by former intelligence prisoners. When he hides, Kalev Mutond still hopes that the…

Members' oaths will be taken on Monday, March 15, in Benghazi, and the transfer of power will take place during the week. Libyans hope that this new government with national unity will turn the page to the black decade and change the catastrophic economic and economic security situation. To do this, the Libyan Prime Minister insisted that this mission government, which is to apply the UN roadmap, be…

A fourth presidential candidate on April 11 may not vote. Brice Mbaimon Guedmabye suspends his campaign. After withdrawal of candidates Yorongar Ngarledji, Saleh Kebzabo and Bongoro Théophile, here is Brice Mbaimon Guedmabye, who has already been a candidate in 2016, suspending his campaign because he explained the imbalance in the camp to Idriss Déby Itno, the outgoing president and lack of initiative from the Independent National Electoral Commission for to put all candidates on an equal footing. During the campaign,…

The Movement for the Defense of Democracy has decided to suspend its call for peaceful demonstration following an exchange with the envoy of the Caliph General of the Murid Brotherhood. In a press release, M2D states that it has "accepted the request for postponement" formulated by the influential religious leader Serigne Mountakha Mbacké. "In return", M2D states that he has sent the caliph a memorandum with 10 demands, in particular "immediate and unconditional release of imprisoned political prisoners", "the end of the…